Decoction to Cool the Blood

Tradition:

Western

Source / Author:

Wirtzung

Herb Name Sorrel root Mallow leaf Plantain leaf Purslane Endive Aniseed Lettuce seed Borage flower Violet flower Water Lily flower

Latin Rumex acetosa Malva sylvestris Plantago majus Portulaceae oleracea Chicorium endiva Pimpinella anisum Lactuosa sativa Borago officinalis Viola odorata Nymphea alba Amount 2 oz. 1 handful ea. 1 dram ea. 1 pugil ea.

Preparation:

Decoct down to 1 1⁄2 lbs. water down to half, strain, and dissolve in Syrup of Pomegranate 4 oz.

Function:

Clears Kidney Heat, cools the Blood

Use:

1. Kidney pain associated with Heat and dryness;
2. Kidney Heat and Dryness in general;
3. Heat of the Blood

Dose:

4 oz., 2 or 3 times daily before food

Cautions:

None noted

Modifications:

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